Orthopedics: Principles of Diagnosis and Treatment

Orthopedic surgery is a branch of surgery that involves both surgical and nonsurgical procedures to deal with musculoskeletal trauma, degenerative diseases, sports injuries, spine diseases, tumors, etc. Sub-specialties of orthopedic surgery include shoulder and elbow surgery, total joint reconstruction, musculoskeletal oncology, orthopedic trauma, spine surgery, etc. Common procedures involved in these include knee replacement, arthroscopy of shoulder and knee, hip replacement and repair of fractures, besides many others. Research in orthopedic surgery seeks to develop less invasive surgical procedures and construct durable and more efficient implanted components. Some of the diverse topics covered in this book address the varied procedures and sub-specialties that fall under orthopedic surgery. The aim of this book is to present researches that have transformed this field and aided its advancement. It is a vital tool for all researching and studying this field.